The rural community of Anchor Point is set against  breathtaking views of snowcapped Mt. Iliamna and Redoubt, and Mt. Augustine Island. All of these mountains are active volcanos and have erupted in the  past few years.

There is great King Salmon fishing in May and June. Dolly Varden and Pinks in July and August, Steelhead and Silver Salmon in August, September and October.

History
This is the western most point to which you can drive on the North American  continent. In the summer of 1787 Captain James Cook and crews of the Resolution and Discovery sailed into the Inlet looking for a Northwest Passage. Anchor Point got its name after the famous explorer lost a kedge anchor to the awesome  tidal currents found here.

Services
Anchor River Tesoro, mile 156.7, gas, diesel and propane. Pop, snacks, ice. Local fishing information.

Information/Emergency

Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce, 907-235-2600. Visitor Information Center is on the Sterling Highway.

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Emergency only 911
A volunteer fire department, emergency medical corps, and local medical clinic provide quality care. A hospital is only 20 minutes away.

Accommodations
Anchor River Inn Motel, gift shop, restaurant, bar, grocery & liquor. 1-800-435-8531

Camping
Anchor River State Recreation Area offers great bank fishing. Five campgrounds are located along the Anchor River. Parking is available for all sizes of RV's as well as tent camping areas with tables, fire pits, water  and toilets. Anchor River is one of the state's top fishing streams. Excellent Dolly Varden, steelhead, king and silver salmon in season.

Things To Do
A short drive down the Anchor River Beach Road brings you to the farthest  westerly highway point in North America. There is an observation deck and  a carved wood interpretive sign points out Mt. Augustine, Mt. Iliamna and  Mt. Redoubt all active volcanoes.

Fishing
King Salmon fishing in May and June. Dolly Varden and Pink Salmon in July and August, Steelhead and Silver Salmon in August, September and October.  King Salmon Derby start Memorial Day weekend and goes the following 4 weekends (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday). Silver Salmon Derby runs August 1 through the 30th.

Good Time Charters, half-day and full-day charters for halibut and salmon. Booking service for other charters and lodging. 907-235-8579.

Bear Paw Charters, is only minutes from trophy halibut and salmon  fishing. Mile 155 Sterling Highway. 866-286-0576